James H Bean School vs W G Mallett School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James H Bean School
Sidney · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
300 students
W G Mallett School
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
303 students
| Measure | James H Bean School Sidney, Maine | W G Mallett School Farmington, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #133 of 312 | #97 of 312 |
| National rank | #18334 of 50,301 | #15355 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 300 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.3% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Sidney | Farmington |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W G Mallett School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 59.8).
- •James H Bean School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 62.7%).
- •W G Mallett School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 14.3).
- •W G Mallett School is the larger school with 303 students compared with 300.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is James H Bean School better than W G Mallett School?
On the Success Index (US), W G Mallett School ranks higher (64.2 vs 59.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are James H Bean School and W G Mallett School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Sidney and Farmington in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James H Bean School: 300. W G Mallett School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James H Bean School and W G Mallett School rank in Maine?
James H Bean School is 133rd of 312 and W G Mallett School is 97th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).